October weather forecastLong Island City, NY
October
Weather in October
October distinctly represents the fall season, encompassing significant changes in Long Island City's weather. A further decrease in temperature is evident, as the average high drops to 63.1°F (17.3°C) and the low to 52.3°F (11.3°C). Accompanied by the reduced daylight hours, the weather gradually gets cooler, revealing the onset of winter. This month is characterized by decreased rainfall and the emergence of early morning fog. The city is ablaze with fall colors, thereby giving a vibrant appeal to October's weather.Temperature
Arrival of October in Long Island City, New York, comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) throughout October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Long Island City is 74%.Rainfall
In Long Island City, in October, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Long Island City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.8 days and collects up to 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Long Island City, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
In Long Island City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Long Island City, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 52.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average rainfall in October: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").
Average rainfall days in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average rainfall days in October: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Long Island City, NY
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
